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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Eyelid Ptosis

ICD-10 Coding for Eyelid Ptosis

H02.42X
H02.43X

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for eyelid ptosis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Droopy Eyelid
Blepharoptosis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Eyelid Ptosis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Eyelid Ptosis

Use ICD-10 code H02.42X for myogenic ptosis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Myogenic ptosis

Non-Billable
H02.42X
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Levator muscle weakness confirmed by EMG

Applicable To

  • • Ptosis due to muscle weakness

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'myogenic' to avoid defaulting to unspecified ptosis.

Paralytic ptosis

Non-Billable
H02.43X
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

    Applicable To

    • • Ptosis due to nerve palsy

    Important Notes

    • • Ensure documentation specifies 'paralytic' to avoid defaulting to unspecified ptosis.
    Ancillary Codes

    Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

    H53.4

    Visual field defects

    Use to document visual impairment due to ptosis.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the ICD-10 code for myogenic ptosis?

    The ICD-10 code for myogenic ptosis is H02.42X, used when ptosis is due to muscle weakness.

    How is paralytic ptosis coded in ICD-10?

    Paralytic ptosis is coded as H02.43X in ICD-10, indicating ptosis due to nerve palsy.

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